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The Patriot

“Before they were soldiers, they were family. Before they were legends, they were heroes. Before there was a nation, there was a fight for freedom.”

★ 7.2(4,387)20002h 45m

Drama History War Action

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The Patriot is streaming on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store and YouTube. Availability checked 22 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Roland Emmerich
Release date: 2000-06-28
Runtime: 2h 45m
Language: English
Box office: $215,294,342
Budget: $110,000,000
Status: Released
Country: Germany
Studio: Columbia Pictures

The Patriot — trailer

About The Patriot

The Patriot is a 2000 movie in the Drama, History and War genres, directed by Roland Emmerich, starring Mel Gibson, Heath Ledger and Joely Richardson. It has a runtime of 2 hours 45 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.2/10 from 4,387 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Patriot in United Kingdom — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

After proving himself on the field of battle in the French and Indian War, Benjamin Martin wants nothing more to do with such things, preferring the simple life of a farmer. But when his son Gabriel enlists in the army to defend their new nation, America, against the British, Benjamin reluctantly returns to his old life to protect his son.

Cast

Mel Gibson

Benjamin Martin

Heath Ledger

Gabriel Martin

Joely Richardson

Charlotte Selton

Jason Isaacs

Col. William Tavington

Chris Cooper

Col. Harry Burwell

Tchéky Karyo

Jean Villeneuve

René Auberjonois

Reverend Oliver

Lisa Brenner

Anne Howard

Tom Wilkinson

Gen. Cornwallis

Donal Logue

Dan Scott

Leon Rippy

John Billings

Adam Baldwin

Capt. Wilkins

Themes & keywords

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Patriot in United Kingdom?+

In United Kingdom, you can stream The Patriot on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store and YouTube.

Is The Patriot on Netflix?+

The Patriot is not on Netflix in United Kingdom right now, but you can stream it on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel.

How long is The Patriot?+

The Patriot has a runtime of 2 hours 45 minutes (165 minutes).

Who stars in The Patriot?+

The Patriot stars Mel Gibson, Heath Ledger, Joely Richardson, Jason Isaacs and Chris Cooper.

When did The Patriot come out?+

The Patriot is a 2000 movie directed by Roland Emmerich.

What genre is The Patriot?+

The Patriot is Drama, History, War and Action film.

Who directed The Patriot?+

The Patriot was directed by Roland Emmerich.